U.S. – Australia Relations

Bush, Australia's Prime Minister To Meet July 19

Washington, D.C. — 24 June 2005

Leaders will discuss ways to deepen, broaden U.S.-Australia ties (180)

President Bush will meet with Prime Minister John Howard of Australia July 19, the White House said in a June 24 statement.

The prime minister is scheduled to be in the United States July 15-19 in the course of a 10-day trip that will also include a stop in the United Kingdom.

Following is the text of the White House statement:

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THE WHITE HOUSE
Office of the Press Secretary
June 24, 2005

STATEMENT BY THE PRESS SECRETARY

Visit by Prime Minister John Howard of Australia

President Bush will welcome Prime Minister John Howard to the White House on July 19th. A critical ally and partner, Australia continues to work with the United States to combat terrorism, stop the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction, and promote peace and freedom. President Bush looks forward to discussing with Prime Minister Howard important regional and international issues and ways to further deepen and broaden bilateral relations between the United States and Australia.

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Last update Monday, 19 November 2007